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Land Rover Discovery Sport vs Mercedes-Benz S-Class Saloon Long

The Land Rover Discovery Sport is a compact 7-seat suv, also offered as a plug-in hybrid (p300e/p270e). The Mercedes-Benz S-Class Saloon Long is a long-wheelbase flagship luxury saloon.

Last reviewed 13 September 2026

Specifications side by side

Land Rover Discovery SportMercedes-Benz S-Class Saloon Long
Seats75
PHEV power269bhp (P270e variant)-
PHEV electric range36 miles-
Boot space115-963 litres (seats up) / 1,451-1,574 litres (seats down)-
Length-5,304mm
Width-1,921mm (excl. mirrors)
Boot capacity-515-535 litres (combustion engines)
Engine options-S350d L 4MATIC diesel, S450e L / S580e 4MATIC L plug-in hybrid, S500 L 4MATIC petrol

Sources: Land Rover Discovery Sport, Mercedes-Benz S-Class Saloon Long. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.

Buy or hire the Discovery Sport if...

A compact SUV hired where three rows of seats are needed but a full-size Defender or Discovery would be overkill. The plug-in hybrid version adds a useful electric-only range for low-emission zone driving.

Full Discovery Sport specifications →

Buy or hire the S-Class Saloon Long if...

Mercedes' flagship saloon in long-wheelbase form, the standard car for UK chauffeur firms rather than self-drive hire. The extended wheelbase adds rear legroom rather than luggage space, which stays much the same as the standard car.

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Common questions

What is the difference between the Land Rover Discovery Sport and the Mercedes-Benz S-Class Saloon Long?

The Land Rover Discovery Sport is a compact 7-seat SUV, also offered as a plug-in hybrid (P300e/P270e); the Mercedes-Benz S-Class Saloon Long is a long-wheelbase flagship luxury saloon.

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